Monthly Archives: April 2026

Are You Ready?

Posted on April 14, 2026 by Mark Cole

It’s one of the most important questions a person can ask—not just once, but regularly: Are you ready? Jesus spoke often about His return. Not to create fear, but to awaken focus. Not to stir speculation, but to shape how … Continue reading →

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Where Your Treasure Is

Posted on April 14, 2026 by Mark Cole

Jesus said something that cuts straight through appearances and into the core of who we are: “Wherever your treasure is, there the desires of your heart will also be.” That’s not just a poetic statement—it’s a diagnostic tool for your … Continue reading →

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The Pull Toward Evil—and the Power to Become Better

Posted on April 14, 2026 by Mark Cole

There’s something honest—and uncomfortable—about admitting this: left to ourselves, we don’t naturally drift toward what is good. We drift toward what is easy, selfish, and, at times, destructive. You don’t have to look far to see it. It shows up … Continue reading →

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How To Have a Rich Relationship with God

Posted on April 13, 2026 by Mark Cole

A rich relationship with God doesn’t happen by accident—it is cultivated over time through intentional choices, daily habits, and a heart that genuinely seeks Him. Just like any meaningful relationship, it grows through communication, trust, obedience, and love. Here are … Continue reading →

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Five Marks of a God-Centered Life

Posted on April 13, 2026 by Mark Cole

“Love the Lord your God, walk in all His ways, obey His commands, hold firmly to Him, and serve Him with all your heart and all your soul.” – Joshua 22:5 This verse gives us a clear, practical picture of … Continue reading →

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Not One Promise Failed

Posted on April 12, 2026 by Mark Cole

There are moments in Scripture that feel like a deep exhale—moments where everything God has been building toward comes into focus. This verse is one of them: “Not a single one of all the good promises the Lord had given … Continue reading →

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How To Stay Calm

Posted on April 12, 2026 by Mark Cole

In a culture that moves fast, demands more, and rarely slows down, staying calm can feel like a lost art. Yet calmness isn’t a personality trait reserved for a few—it’s a skill that can be learned, practiced, and strengthened over … Continue reading →

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For Everyone Who Asks, Seeks, and Knocks

Posted on April 11, 2026 by Mark Cole

Jesus made a bold and sweeping promise: “For everyone who asks, receives. Everyone who seeks, finds. And to everyone who knocks, the door will be opened.” (Matthew 7:8) At first glance, these words seem almost too good to be true. … Continue reading →

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The Lord’s Prayer: A Simple Path to a Powerful Life

Posted on April 11, 2026 by Mark Cole

Few passages in Scripture are as well-known—and yet as deeply rich—as the Lord’s Prayer. When Jesus taught His disciples how to pray, He didn’t give them a long, complicated formula. He gave them something simple, direct, and profound. This prayer … Continue reading →

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Lessons in Prayer from Jesus

Posted on April 11, 2026 by Mark Cole

If you want to grow in prayer, there’s no better place to look than the life of Jesus. He didn’t just teach about prayer—He modeled it. His prayers were real, consistent, powerful, and deeply relational. When you study how He … Continue reading →

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Monthly Archives: April 2026

Are You Ready?

Where Your Treasure Is

The Pull Toward Evil—and the Power to Become Better

How To Have a Rich Relationship with God

Five Marks of a God-Centered Life

Not One Promise Failed

How To Stay Calm

For Everyone Who Asks, Seeks, and Knocks

The Lord’s Prayer: A Simple Path to a Powerful Life

Lessons in Prayer from Jesus

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